my dad has a 1943 copper wheat penny and has had since the early 70's could someone tell me what it will fetch on todays auction block of collectors
The 1943 copper/steel penny was reproduced by the thousands in the 60's and 70's. There is a 99.9999% chance that the penny your referring too is one of these reproductions. I suggest you contact a reputable dealer so they can put your mind at ease. Bone
Hi, See if it is attracted to a magnet. If it is, it is zinc-plated steel that has been re-plated with copper as a novelty item. Check the date for a normal looking "long" tail on the 3 , many 1945 and 1948 cents were altered to appear to be a 1943. Have Fun, Bill
while I agree with the previous posters that it is likely that the coin is either a reproduction or is altered, they didn't answer your question. The answer is, if it is slabbed by one of the big 4 grading companies (and therefore known to be one of the dozen or so authentic ones) it will sell for somewhere between $50,000 and $150,000 depending on its condition. If it is unslabbed you could probably get $3-$4 for it on eBay as a novelty piece, as no buyer in their right mind would commit legitimate money to a coin that is so easily and commonly faked.
Hi, Actually, I answered his question with a question. He wanted to know what his Dad's "penny" would fetch. In order to answer that question, we have to know if indeed his "penny" is a 1943 Cent. Any answer to his question that does not try to verify the authenticity of this particular coin and just speculates on a value is useless Have Fun, Bill PS: So, does it stick to a magnet?
